Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which talks about topics relevant to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern improvements in online learning are empowering humans in nations all around the world to be participants in online courses. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. These MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning organizations have to deal with today because blended learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can institutions guarantee that educators are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Sao Tome and Principe to conduct these massive open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle issues like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational endeavours. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. Online assessments for MOOCs can be difficult to conduct effectively and reliably. To respond to this developing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This authoritative new book also talks about the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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